Schedule

BBC Radio 4 Extra Schedule 6 - 12 July 2026

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00:00	00:00 Limelight—English Rose: Series 1, 4. Life Support 4/5 Gulliver is in hospital and Rose wants to know why. There are dangers everywhere. 00:30 Fear on 4—Series 2, A Child Crying 12/13 The Man in Black tells of writer Guy who hears constant crying - yet nobody else can.	00:00 I Was...—Series 4, I Was Johnny Cash's Tailor Manuel Cuevas, the 'King of Cowboy Bling', created Johnny Cash's black suits. 00:30 The No.219 Sodcast Project Ian McMillan fights the cause of the sodcasters, perpetrators of tinny mobile phone music	00:00 A Good Read—Amrou Al-Kadhi & Peter Bazalgette Amrou Al-Kadhi and Peter Bazalgette join Harriet Gilbert to talk favourite books 00:30 "Right", Said Ted and Myles How did comedy actor Bernard Cribbins become a Top 10 pop star?	00:00 Archive on 4—The American Art Tapes A unique insight into the vibrant art scene of mid-1960s America.	00:00 Great Lives—Dave Allen chosen by Adil Ray Irish Comic Dave Allen is chosen by actor and comedian Adil Ray. Matthew Parris presents 00:30 JD Salinger: Made in England How 3 months in rural Devon influenced one of the greatest chroniclers of urban New York	00:00 Soul Music—I Vow To Thee My Country An exploration of the hymn which stirs patriotism and controversy. 00:30 Serial Offender: Arnold Schoenberg's Twelve Tone Adventure Schoenberg's 12-tone system redefined music. So why are his works rarely performed?	00:00 Drama on 4—The Le Fanu Ballads Neil Brand's mix of Irish balladry and classic Le Fanu stories of supernatural justice.
01:00	01:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Nautical Castaways, Dame Ellen MacArthur Solo yachtswoman Dame Ellen MacArthur is castaway by Kirsty Young. 01:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Amber Is it possible to extract the DNA from a fly trapped in amber to recreate a dinosaur?	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Empty House 1/7 Following Holmes's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder... 01:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—1. 1940s Broadcasting House 1/10 Wartime at the BBC with myriad hopes and fears in the course of newsgathering.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Norwood Builder 2/7 Acused of murder! A young solicitor needs the detective's help. 01:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—2. A Boozy French General Visits 2/10 Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House, sees a visit from a boozy French General.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Dancing Men 3/7 A child's scribble brings tragedy to a family. 01:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—3. American Reporters Arrive 3/10 American reporters arrive from France.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Solitary Cyclist 4/7 Why is a music teacher followed whenever she leaves the house? 01:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—4. Annie 4/10 Annie Asra arrives for her first day at BBC Broadcasting House.	01:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Priory School 5/7 A young aristocrat disappears from school. The great detective investigates. 01:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—5. Challenges for the New Recruit 5/10 Annie's musical expertise wins her few friends among top brass.	01:00 The Final Test by Terence Rattigan A comedy (nearly a tragedy) about a cricketer's son - who prefers music and poetry.
02:00	02:00 Poetry Extra—The Echo Chamber - Sean Borodale Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive - with Sean Borodale. 02:30 The Diaries of Adrian Mole (Omnibus)—Adrian Mole: The Wilderness Years, Episode 2 2/2 1991: Adrian Mole finds himself homeless again.	02:00 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 7 7/8 A day trip to France stirs memories for Bernard. 02:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, The Deadly Attachment 8/26 As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain makes a list.	02:00 Beaumarchais—6. Le Mot Juste 6/6 Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? 02:30 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Great Bank of England Robbery 11/14 A telephone call embroils Neddie in a villainous plan.	02:00 After Henry—Series 2, The Romantic Approach 2/8 Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. 02:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, A Visit to Swansea 4/12 Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to thank him?	02:00 Boogie Up the River—Lechlade, Twinned with Zanzibar 5/6 Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. 02:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 7 7/9 London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone.	02:00 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 5, Episode 1 1/5 Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? 02:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	02:20 Inheritance Tracks—Henry Blofeld Henry Blofeld chooses tracks by Gilbert & Sullivan and Stephen Sondheim. 02:30 Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse (Omnibus) Working-class 19-year-old Billy Fisher spends his time indulging in fantasies.
03:00	03:40 Witness History—Barbara Cartland - Queen of Romance Exploring the life of bestselling writer Dame Barbara Cartland. 03:50 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann (Omnibus)—Episode 2 2/3 In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together.	03:00 The Architects—Series 2, Refurb 2/4 Matt and Tim are sent to restyle a Premier League footballer's mansion. 03:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—1. April Revival - 1984 1/5 Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine, 1984 to 1992. 03:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—11. The Cat Fight 11/15 With Anne's help, Neely agrees to perform on TV, but is she ready to face the cameras?	03:00 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Vulnerable Adult 3/6 'When does an adult become vulnerable?' asks copper turned stand-up Alfie Moore. 03:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—2. The Reagans -1985 2/5 Vanity Fair wows readers with photos of US President Ronald Reagan and wife Nancy. 03:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—12. Fateful News 12/15 Jennifer North returns to New York and falls madly in love - but then tragedy strikes.	03:00 Michael Spicer: Before Next Door—Series 1, Cheesy Strings 3/4 An odd A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. 03:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—3. Let's Dance - 1986 3/5 In 1985, Tina covers the latest on Charles and Diana and all the reactions to it. 03:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—13. An Old Flame 13/15 After the tragedy, Neely gets agitated and Anne gets a surprise visitor.	03:00 Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You—Series 2, Morals 4/4 Super-sharp Angela Barnes laughs at life and packs herself a fantasy coffin. 03:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—4. Quantum Leap - 1988 4/5 Another cover triumph, and office intrigue in the higher echelons of Conde Nast. 03:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—14. The Takeover 14/15 Anne still has feelings for Lyon, despite being engaged.	03:00 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 13, Coleraine 6/6 Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland. 03:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—5. Cover Triumph - 1991 5/5 Actress Demi Moore appears pregnant and naked on a cover. 03:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—15. Happy Ever After..? 15/15 Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again while Anne is pregnant.	03:45 I, An Actor—5. Stress 5/6 Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflects on the almost unbelievable stress of the profession
04:00		04:00 Just a Minute—Series 62, Episode 5 5/8 Nicholas Parsons challenges Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Julian Clary and Charles Collingwood 04:30 King Street Junior Revisited—Series 4, Turning the Tables 5/6 It's quiz time, but Mr Maxwell is lacking a team.	04:00 Hoax!—From 17/08/1993 Can Barry Cryer, Brian Johnston and Ray Cooney hoax Tim Brooke-Taylor? 04:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 4, Ground Control to Major Derek 4/4 Wendy and Robin's new arrival and Derek's disturbing experience - is there a connection?	04:00 The Write Stuff—Series 5, Virginia Woolf 3/6 Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb compete on the literary quiz. 04:30 The Odyssey by Homer—1. Marked Men 1/3 Can Trojan War hero Odysseus return home before his wife is forced to marry again?	04:00 Dilemma—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Moral and ethical posers for Zoe Lyons, Phill Jupitus, Simon Garfield and Humphrey Ker. 04:30 The Odyssey by Homer—2. Wanderings 2/3 Can Trojan War hero Odysseus overcome terrible obstacles and return home?	04:00 The Personality Test—Series 3, Toyah Willcox 5/6 Toyah Willcox tests a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Caroline Quinlan. 04:30 The Odyssey by Homer—3. Home 3/3 In disguise, Odysseus returns home to his wife to confront her suitors.	04:00 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 2. Telling Tails 2/6 The dear ladies have a mouse in their house! 04:30 Brothers in Law—Series 1, The Expert Witness 2/13 Rookie barrister Roger Thursby gears up for a medical case.
05:00	05:00 Know Your Place—Room to Manoeuvre 3/8 Elsie borrows a flat, but must keep Ramsay out of the way. 05:30 Take It From Here—From 11/10/1955 The cast take oaths of allegiance and 'The Glums' at the pictures.	05:00 The Two Sisters by David Ashton Darkly humorous horror drama about two sisters, starring Joan Sims and Barbara Jefford.	05:00 Drama on 4—Barred by Thandi Lubimbi & Richard Kurti British justice - addiction, corruption and scandal. And that’s just the barristers.			05:30 The Road Home: Remaking Homer's Odyssey Tom Holland explores the continuing appeal of Homer's Odyssey.	05:00 The Changing Sound of Radio—2: Fifteen Inches Per Second 2/3 Chris Watson examines some of the ways technology has changed radio.
06:00	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Empty House 1/7 Following Holmes's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder... 06:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—1. 1940s Broadcasting House 1/10 Wartime at the BBC with myriad hopes and fears in the course of newsgathering.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Norwood Builder 2/7 Acused of murder! A young solicitor needs the detective's help. 06:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—2. A Boozy French General Visits 2/10 Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House, sees a visit from a boozy French General.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Dancing Men 3/7 A child's scribble brings tragedy to a family. 06:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—3. American Reporters Arrive 3/10 American reporters arrive from France.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Solitary Cyclist 4/7 Why is a music teacher followed whenever she leaves the house? 06:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—4. Annie 4/10 Annie Asra arrives for her first day at BBC Broadcasting House.	06:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Priory School 5/7 A young aristocrat disappears from school. The great detective investigates. 06:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—5. Challenges for the New Recruit 5/10 Annie's musical expertise wins her few friends among top brass.	06:00 The Final Test by Terence Rattigan A comedy (nearly a tragedy) about a cricketer's son - who prefers music and poetry.	06:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Nautical Castaways, Sir Ben Ainslie Olympic yachtsman Sir Ben Ainslie is castaway by Kirsty Young. 06:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
07:00	07:00 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 7 7/8 A day trip to France stirs memories for Bernard. 07:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, The Deadly Attachment 8/26 As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain makes a list.	07:00 Beaumarchais—6. Le Mot Juste 6/6 Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? 07:30 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Great Bank of England Robbery 11/14 A telephone call embroils Neddie in a villainous plan.	07:00 After Henry—Series 2, The Romantic Approach 2/8 Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. 07:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, A Visit to Swansea 4/12 Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to thank him?	07:00 Boogie Up the River—Lechlade, Twinned with Zanzibar 5/6 Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. 07:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 7 7/9 London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone.	07:00 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 5, Episode 1 1/5 Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? 07:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	07:20 Inheritance Tracks—Henry Blofeld Henry Blofeld chooses tracks by Gilbert & Sullivan and Stephen Sondheim. 07:30 Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse (Omnibus) Working-class 19-year-old Billy Fisher spends his time indulging in fantasies.	07:00 Poetry Extra—John Donne: Super-Infinite and Gillian Clarke: A Poet's Year Daljit Nagra selects two highlights from the BBC's poetry archive. 07:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown (Omnibus) Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine from 1983 to 1992.
08:00	08:00 The Architects—Series 2, Refurb 2/4 Matt and Tim are sent to restyle a Premier League footballer's mansion. 08:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—1. April Revival - 1984 1/5 Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine, 1984 to 1992. 08:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—11. The Cat Fight 11/15 With Anne's help, Neely agrees to perform on TV, but is she ready to face the cameras?	08:00 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Vulnerable Adult 3/6 'When does an adult become vulnerable?' asks copper turned stand-up Alfie Moore. 08:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—2. The Reagans -1985 2/5 Vanity Fair wows readers with photos of US President Ronald Reagan and wife Nancy. 08:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—12. Fateful News 12/15 Jennifer North returns to New York and falls madly in love - but then tragedy strikes.	08:00 Michael Spicer: Before Next Door—Series 1, Cheesy Strings 3/4 An odd A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. 08:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—3. Let's Dance - 1986 3/5 In 1985, Tina covers the latest on Charles and Diana and all the reactions to it. 08:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—13. An Old Flame 13/15 After the tragedy, Neely gets agitated and Anne gets a surprise visitor.	08:00 Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You—Series 2, Morals 4/4 Super-sharp Angela Barnes laughs at life and packs herself a fantasy coffin. 08:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—4. Quantum Leap - 1988 4/5 Another cover triumph, and office intrigue in the higher echelons of Conde Nast. 08:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—14. The Takeover 14/15 Anne still has feelings for Lyon, despite being engaged.	08:00 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 13, Coleraine 6/6 Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland. 08:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—5. Cover Triumph - 1991 5/5 Actress Demi Moore appears pregnant and naked on a cover. 08:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—15. Happy Ever After..? 15/15 Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again while Anne is pregnant.	08:45 I, An Actor—5. Stress 5/6 Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflects on the almost unbelievable stress of the profession	08:40 Witness History—The Bodyline Tour How a cricket row between England and Australia sparked a diplomatic incident. 08:50 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann (Omnibus)—Episode 3 3/3 In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together.
09:00	09:00 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 85, 4. Garden or Bedroom 4/6 Miles Jupp, Tony Hawks, Lucy Porter and Henning Wehn return to Cambridge. 09:30 Eat Your Garden—Castle Leslie, County Monaghan 1/5 Cook and hedgerow harvester Wiz Clift looks for ingredients in different gardens. 09:45 Daily Service—The Power of Story - Noah's Ark Paul Kerensa explores how Noah’s Ark can make us laugh, ask questions and explore faith.	09:00 Meet David Sedaris—Series 9, 1. Happy Go Lucky 1/6 The globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller with his blend of wit & wisdom 09:30 Eat Your Garden—River Severn 2/5 Cook and hedgerow harvester Wiz Clift explores some fertile acres in Gloucestershire. 09:45 Daily Service—The Power of Story - Balaam's Donkey Author and TV presenter Gemma Hunt marvels at a talking donkey who captures our attention.	09:00 Ivo Graham's Obsessions—Series 1, 3. John Robins & Michelle De Swarte 3/6 John Robins and Michelle De Swarte talk to Ivo Graham about what they're obsessed with. 09:30 Eat Your Garden—Lincolnshire 3/5 Wiz Clift concocts a Neolithic banquet from a Lincolnshire garden. 09:45 Daily Service—The Power of Story - Light and power in the Psalms Author and illustrator Katy Hollamby on woodland, light and purpose.	09:00 P.O.V.—Series 2, S2 E3: Now, Wash Your Hands 3/6 Please wash your hands after hearing these sketches from the internet's best comedians. 09:30 Eat Your Garden—Bedfordshire 4/5 Wiz enjoys a colourful lunch of edible flowers. 09:45 Daily Service—The Power of Story - Creation stories Fantasy writer Luke Aylen explores Genesis and creation’s bond	09:00 Parish Matters—Series 1, 1. "Don't come crying to me when the robots take over!" 1/4 The AI Man Cometh. Comedy from somewhere in Ulster near the border in Ireland. 09:30 Eat Your Garden—Kent 5/5 Wiz explores the Kent poly-tunnels giving us exotic salads all year round. 09:45 Daily Service—The Power of Story - What the heavens declare Amy Scott Robinson explores myths and fairytales as signs of the One True Myth.	09:00 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 2. Telling Tails 2/6 The dear ladies have a mouse in their house! 09:30 Brothers in Law—Series 1, The Expert Witness 2/13 Rookie barrister Roger Thursby gears up for a medical case.
10:00	10:00 I Was...—Series 4, I Was Johnny Cash's Tailor Manuel Cuevas, the 'King of Cowboy Bling', created Johnny Cash's black suits. 10:30 The No.219 Sodcast Project Ian McMillan fights the cause of the sodcasters, perpetrators of tinny mobile phone music	10:00 A Good Read—Amrou Al-Kadhi & Peter Bazalgette Amrou Al-Kadhi and Peter Bazalgette join Harriet Gilbert to talk favourite books 10:30 "Right", Said Ted and Myles How did comedy actor Bernard Cribbins become a Top 10 pop star?	10:00 Archive on 4—The American Art Tapes A unique insight into the vibrant art scene of mid-1960s America.	10:00 Great Lives—Dave Allen chosen by Adil Ray Irish Comic Dave Allen is chosen by actor and comedian Adil Ray. Matthew Parris presents 10:30 JD Salinger: Made in England How 3 months in rural Devon influenced one of the greatest chroniclers of urban New York	10:00 Soul Music—I Vow To Thee My Country An exploration of the hymn which stirs patriotism and controversy. 10:30 Serial Offender: Arnold Schoenberg's Twelve Tone Adventure Schoenberg's 12-tone system redefined music. So why are his works rarely performed?	10:00 The Changing Sound of Radio—2: Fifteen Inches Per Second 2/3 Chris Watson examines some of the ways technology has changed radio.	10:00 An Hour with Dickie Bird Legendary umpire Dickie Bird shares some cricket stories with an audience.
11:00	11:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Empty House 1/7 Following Holmes's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder... 11:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—1. 1940s Broadcasting House 1/10 Wartime at the BBC with myriad hopes and fears in the course of newsgathering.	11:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Norwood Builder 2/7 Acused of murder! A young solicitor needs the detective's help. 11:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—2. A Boozy French General Visits 2/10 Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House, sees a visit from a boozy French General.	11:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Dancing Men 3/7 A child's scribble brings tragedy to a family. 11:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—3. American Reporters Arrive 3/10 American reporters arrive from France.	11:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Solitary Cyclist 4/7 Why is a music teacher followed whenever she leaves the house? 11:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—4. Annie 4/10 Annie Asra arrives for her first day at BBC Broadcasting House.	11:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Priory School 5/7 A young aristocrat disappears from school. The great detective investigates. 11:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—5. Challenges for the New Recruit 5/10 Annie's musical expertise wins her few friends among top brass.	11:00 The Final Test by Terence Rattigan A comedy (nearly a tragedy) about a cricketer's son - who prefers music and poetry.	11:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Nautical Castaways, Sir Ben Ainslie Olympic yachtsman Sir Ben Ainslie is castaway by Kirsty Young. 11:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
12:00	12:00 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 7 7/8 A day trip to France stirs memories for Bernard. 12:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, The Deadly Attachment 8/26 As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain makes a list.	12:00 Beaumarchais—6. Le Mot Juste 6/6 Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? 12:30 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Great Bank of England Robbery 11/14 A telephone call embroils Neddie in a villainous plan.	12:00 After Henry—Series 2, The Romantic Approach 2/8 Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. 12:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, A Visit to Swansea 4/12 Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to thank him?	12:00 Boogie Up the River—Lechlade, Twinned with Zanzibar 5/6 Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. 12:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 7 7/9 London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone.	12:00 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 5, Episode 1 1/5 Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? 12:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	12:20 Inheritance Tracks—Henry Blofeld Henry Blofeld chooses tracks by Gilbert & Sullivan and Stephen Sondheim. 12:30 Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse (Omnibus) Working-class 19-year-old Billy Fisher spends his time indulging in fantasies.	12:00 Poetry Extra—John Donne: Super-Infinite and Gillian Clarke: A Poet's Year Daljit Nagra selects two highlights from the BBC's poetry archive. 12:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown (Omnibus) Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine from 1983 to 1992.
13:00	13:00 The Architects—Series 2, Refurb 2/4 Matt and Tim are sent to restyle a Premier League footballer's mansion. 13:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—1. April Revival - 1984 1/5 Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine, 1984 to 1992. 13:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—11. The Cat Fight 11/15 With Anne's help, Neely agrees to perform on TV, but is she ready to face the cameras?	13:00 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Vulnerable Adult 3/6 'When does an adult become vulnerable?' asks copper turned stand-up Alfie Moore. 13:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—2. The Reagans -1985 2/5 Vanity Fair wows readers with photos of US President Ronald Reagan and wife Nancy. 13:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—12. Fateful News 12/15 Jennifer North returns to New York and falls madly in love - but then tragedy strikes.	13:00 Michael Spicer: Before Next Door—Series 1, Cheesy Strings 3/4 An odd A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. 13:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—3. Let's Dance - 1986 3/5 In 1985, Tina covers the latest on Charles and Diana and all the reactions to it. 13:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—13. An Old Flame 13/15 After the tragedy, Neely gets agitated and Anne gets a surprise visitor.	13:00 Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You—Series 2, Morals 4/4 Super-sharp Angela Barnes laughs at life and packs herself a fantasy coffin. 13:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—4. Quantum Leap - 1988 4/5 Another cover triumph, and office intrigue in the higher echelons of Conde Nast. 13:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—14. The Takeover 14/15 Anne still has feelings for Lyon, despite being engaged.	13:00 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 13, Coleraine 6/6 Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland. 13:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—5. Cover Triumph - 1991 5/5 Actress Demi Moore appears pregnant and naked on a cover. 13:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—15. Happy Ever After..? 15/15 Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again while Anne is pregnant.	13:45 I, An Actor—5. Stress 5/6 Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflects on the almost unbelievable stress of the profession	13:40 Witness History—The Bodyline Tour How a cricket row between England and Australia sparked a diplomatic incident. 13:50 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann (Omnibus)—Episode 3 3/3 In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together.
14:00	14:00 Just a Minute—Series 62, Episode 5 5/8 Nicholas Parsons challenges Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Julian Clary and Charles Collingwood 14:30 King Street Junior Revisited—Series 4, Turning the Tables 5/6 It's quiz time, but Mr Maxwell is lacking a team.	14:00 Hoax!—From 17/08/1993 Can Barry Cryer, Brian Johnston and Ray Cooney hoax Tim Brooke-Taylor? 14:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 4, Ground Control to Major Derek 4/4 Wendy and Robin's new arrival and Derek's disturbing experience - is there a connection?	14:00 The Write Stuff—Series 5, Virginia Woolf 3/6 Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb compete on the literary quiz. 14:30 The Odyssey by Homer—1. Marked Men 1/3 Can Trojan War hero Odysseus return home before his wife is forced to marry again?	14:00 Dilemma—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Moral and ethical posers for Zoe Lyons, Phill Jupitus, Simon Garfield and Humphrey Ker. 14:30 The Odyssey by Homer—2. Wanderings 2/3 Can Trojan War hero Odysseus overcome terrible obstacles and return home?	14:00 The Personality Test—Series 3, Toyah Willcox 5/6 Toyah Willcox tests a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Caroline Quinlan. 14:30 The Odyssey by Homer—3. Home 3/3 In disguise, Odysseus returns home to his wife to confront her suitors.	14:00 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 2. Telling Tails 2/6 The dear ladies have a mouse in their house! 14:30 Brothers in Law—Series 1, The Expert Witness 2/13 Rookie barrister Roger Thursby gears up for a medical case.
15:00	15:00 The Two Sisters by David Ashton Darkly humorous horror drama about two sisters, starring Joan Sims and Barbara Jefford.	15:00 Drama on 4—Barred by Thandi Lubimbi & Richard Kurti British justice - addiction, corruption and scandal. And that’s just the barristers.			15:30 The Road Home: Remaking Homer's Odyssey Tom Holland explores the continuing appeal of Homer's Odyssey.	15:00 The Changing Sound of Radio—2: Fifteen Inches Per Second 2/3 Chris Watson examines some of the ways technology has changed radio.	15:00 An Hour with Dickie Bird Legendary umpire Dickie Bird shares some cricket stories with an audience.
16:00	16:00 I Was...—Series 4, I Was Johnny Cash's Tailor Manuel Cuevas, the 'King of Cowboy Bling', created Johnny Cash's black suits. 16:30 The No.219 Sodcast Project Ian McMillan fights the cause of the sodcasters, perpetrators of tinny mobile phone music	16:00 A Good Read—Amrou Al-Kadhi & Peter Bazalgette Amrou Al-Kadhi and Peter Bazalgette join Harriet Gilbert to talk favourite books 16:30 "Right", Said Ted and Myles How did comedy actor Bernard Cribbins become a Top 10 pop star?	16:00 Archive on 4—The American Art Tapes A unique insight into the vibrant art scene of mid-1960s America.	16:00 Great Lives—Dave Allen chosen by Adil Ray Irish Comic Dave Allen is chosen by actor and comedian Adil Ray. Matthew Parris presents 16:30 JD Salinger: Made in England How 3 months in rural Devon influenced one of the greatest chroniclers of urban New York	16:00 Soul Music—I Vow To Thee My Country An exploration of the hymn which stirs patriotism and controversy. 16:30 Serial Offender: Arnold Schoenberg's Twelve Tone Adventure Schoenberg's 12-tone system redefined music. So why are his works rarely performed?	16:00 Drama on 4—The Le Fanu Ballads Neil Brand's mix of Irish balladry and classic Le Fanu stories of supernatural justice.	16:00 Limelight—English Rose: Series 1, 5. Daddy Issues 5/5 Maya is excited by her new life. Rose is worried about Gully and what his clan might do. 16:30 Fear on 4—Series 2, The Judge's House 13/13 The Man in Black tells of student Malcolm's move to a lonely house of horror.
17:00	17:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Empty House 1/7 Following Holmes's final encounter with Moriarty, Watson faces tragedy - and murder... 17:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—1. 1940s Broadcasting House 1/10 Wartime at the BBC with myriad hopes and fears in the course of newsgathering.	17:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Norwood Builder 2/7 Acused of murder! A young solicitor needs the detective's help. 17:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—2. A Boozy French General Visits 2/10 Wartime at BBC Broadcasting House, sees a visit from a boozy French General.	17:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Dancing Men 3/7 A child's scribble brings tragedy to a family. 17:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—3. American Reporters Arrive 3/10 American reporters arrive from France.	17:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Solitary Cyclist 4/7 Why is a music teacher followed whenever she leaves the house? 17:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—4. Annie 4/10 Annie Asra arrives for her first day at BBC Broadcasting House.	17:00 Sherlock Holmes—The Return of Sherlock Holmes - Series 1, The Priory School 5/7 A young aristocrat disappears from school. The great detective investigates. 17:45 Human Voices by Penelope Fitzgerald—5. Challenges for the New Recruit 5/10 Annie's musical expertise wins her few friends among top brass.	17:00 The Englishman Abroad by Christopher Douglas Douglas Jardine aims to slay Australia on England's infamous 1932 cricket tour.	17:00 Desert Island Discs Revisited—Nautical Castaways, Sir Ben Ainslie Olympic yachtsman Sir Ben Ainslie is castaway by Kirsty Young. 17:45 David Attenborough's Life Stories—Series 1, Large Blue The naturalist asks why the large blue butterfly recently died out in the UK.
18:00	18:00 For Better or for Worse—Series 1, Episode 7 7/8 A day trip to France stirs memories for Bernard. 18:30 Dad's Army—Series 3, The Deadly Attachment 8/26 As the platoon guard a German U-boat crew, their captain makes a list.	18:00 Beaumarchais—6. Le Mot Juste 6/6 Will the storming of the Bastille finally dampen Beaumarchais' spirits? 18:30 The Goon Show—Vintage Goons, The Great Bank of England Robbery 11/14 A telephone call embroils Neddie in a villainous plan.	18:00 After Henry—Series 2, The Romantic Approach 2/8 Clare's been dumped, Eleanor finds a friend and Sarah is listening. 18:30 Hancock's Half Hour—Series 2, A Visit to Swansea 4/12 Can the Lad find Harry Secombe to thank him?	18:00 Boogie Up the River—Lechlade, Twinned with Zanzibar 5/6 Mark is celebrating, but with dog hair in the champers. 18:30 I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again—Series 2, Episode 7 7/9 London bus gospel, and a visit to Nibbling-on-the-Bone.	18:00 Little Blighty on the Down—Series 5, Episode 1 1/5 Can Parish Council leader John Barnum satisfy the new doctor's demands? 18:30 Steptoe and Son—Series 6, The Seven Steptoerai 7/8 Albert's kung fu club tackles extortionists.	18:30 Billy Liar by Keith Waterhouse (Omnibus) Working-class 19-year-old Billy Fisher spends his time indulging in fantasies.	18:00 Poetry Extra—John Donne: Super-Infinite and Gillian Clarke: A Poet's Year Daljit Nagra selects two highlights from the BBC's poetry archive. 18:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown (Omnibus) Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine from 1983 to 1992.
19:00	19:00 The Architects—Series 2, Refurb 2/4 Matt and Tim are sent to restyle a Premier League footballer's mansion. 19:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—1. April Revival - 1984 1/5 Tina Brown recalls her time as editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair magazine, 1984 to 1992. 19:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—11. The Cat Fight 11/15 With Anne's help, Neely agrees to perform on TV, but is she ready to face the cameras?	19:00 It's a Fair Cop—Series 7, Vulnerable Adult 3/6 'When does an adult become vulnerable?' asks copper turned stand-up Alfie Moore. 19:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—2. The Reagans -1985 2/5 Vanity Fair wows readers with photos of US President Ronald Reagan and wife Nancy. 19:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—12. Fateful News 12/15 Jennifer North returns to New York and falls madly in love - but then tragedy strikes.	19:00 Michael Spicer: Before Next Door—Series 1, Cheesy Strings 3/4 An odd A-List invite for the Room Next Door Man and an audition - to play a cheesy string. 19:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—3. Let's Dance - 1986 3/5 In 1985, Tina covers the latest on Charles and Diana and all the reactions to it. 19:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—13. An Old Flame 13/15 After the tragedy, Neely gets agitated and Anne gets a surprise visitor.	19:00 Angela Barnes: You Can't Take It With You—Series 2, Morals 4/4 Super-sharp Angela Barnes laughs at life and packs herself a fantasy coffin. 19:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—4. Quantum Leap - 1988 4/5 Another cover triumph, and office intrigue in the higher echelons of Conde Nast. 19:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—14. The Takeover 14/15 Anne still has feelings for Lyon, despite being engaged.	19:00 Mark Steel's in Town—Series 13, Coleraine 6/6 Mark Steel visits Coleraine in Northern Ireland. 19:30 The Vanity Fair Diaries by Tina Brown—5. Cover Triumph - 1991 5/5 Actress Demi Moore appears pregnant and naked on a cover. 19:45 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann—15. Happy Ever After..? 15/15 Neely's voice returns. She is back on top again while Anne is pregnant.	19:45 I, An Actor—5. Stress 5/6 Leading actor Nicholas Craig reflects on the almost unbelievable stress of the profession	19:40 Witness History—The Bodyline Tour How a cricket row between England and Australia sparked a diplomatic incident. 19:50 Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann (Omnibus)—Episode 3 3/3 In dazzling post-war New York, Anne, Jennifer and Neely move in together.
20:00	20:00 Just a Minute—Series 62, Episode 5 5/8 Nicholas Parsons challenges Paul Merton, Sue Perkins, Julian Clary and Charles Collingwood 20:30 King Street Junior Revisited—Series 4, Turning the Tables 5/6 It's quiz time, but Mr Maxwell is lacking a team.	20:00 Hoax!—From 17/08/1993 Can Barry Cryer, Brian Johnston and Ray Cooney hoax Tim Brooke-Taylor? 20:30 Robin and Wendy's Wet Weekends—Series 4, Ground Control to Major Derek 4/4 Wendy and Robin's new arrival and Derek's disturbing experience - is there a connection?	20:00 The Write Stuff—Series 5, Virginia Woolf 3/6 Sebastian Faulks, John Walsh, Russell Davies and Sue Limb compete on the literary quiz. 20:30 The Odyssey by Homer—1. Marked Men 1/3 Can Trojan War hero Odysseus return home before his wife is forced to marry again?	20:00 Dilemma—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 Moral and ethical posers for Zoe Lyons, Phill Jupitus, Simon Garfield and Humphrey Ker. 20:30 The Odyssey by Homer—2. Wanderings 2/3 Can Trojan War hero Odysseus overcome terrible obstacles and return home?	20:00 The Personality Test—Series 3, Toyah Willcox 5/6 Toyah Willcox tests a panel about herself. With Sue Perkins and Caroline Quinlan. 20:30 The Odyssey by Homer—3. Home 3/3 In disguise, Odysseus returns home to his wife to confront her suitors.	20:00 The Random Jottings of Hinge and Bracket—Series 2, 2. Telling Tails 2/6 The dear ladies have a mouse in their house! 20:30 Brothers in Law—Series 1, The Expert Witness 2/13 Rookie barrister Roger Thursby gears up for a medical case.
21:00	21:00 The Two Sisters by David Ashton Darkly humorous horror drama about two sisters, starring Joan Sims and Barbara Jefford.	21:00 Drama on 4—Barred by Thandi Lubimbi & Richard Kurti British justice - addiction, corruption and scandal. And that’s just the barristers.			21:30 The Road Home: Remaking Homer's Odyssey Tom Holland explores the continuing appeal of Homer's Odyssey.	21:00 The Changing Sound of Radio—2: Fifteen Inches Per Second 2/3 Chris Watson examines some of the ways technology has changed radio.	21:00 An Hour with Dickie Bird Legendary umpire Dickie Bird shares some cricket stories with an audience.
22:00	22:00 I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue—Series 85, 4. Garden or Bedroom 4/6 Miles Jupp, Tony Hawks, Lucy Porter and Henning Wehn return to Cambridge. 22:30 Truly, Madly, Bletchley—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 More from Britain's first public access cable radio show! 22:45 Ivor Cutler - A Wet Handle—Episode 5 5/5 Surreal songs and poems about grass seed, mud and digging ditches.	22:00 Meet David Sedaris—Series 9, 1. Happy Go Lucky 1/6 The globetrotting, trash-picking, aisle-rolling storyteller with his blend of wit & wisdom 22:30 And the Winner Is...—Series 2, Episode 1 1/6 The luckiest ever winner? Matt Lucas hosts his alternative awards show.	22:00 Ivo Graham's Obsessions—Series 1, 3. John Robins & Michelle De Swarte 3/6 John Robins and Michelle De Swarte talk to Ivo Graham about what they're obsessed with. 22:25 The Comedy Club Interviews—Davina Bentley 3/3 Lou Conran speaks to comedian and writer Davina Bentley. 22:30 Ken Cheng: I Can School You—1. Solving a Problem like Maths Ken Cheng tackles school subjects starting with much maligned Maths.	22:00 P.O.V.—Series 2, S2 E3: Now, Wash Your Hands 3/6 Please wash your hands after hearing these sketches from the internet's best comedians. 22:30 What On Earth? With Count Binface The space politician invades the BBC to learn about Earth and how to conquer it.	22:00 Parish Matters—Series 1, 1. "Don't come crying to me when the robots take over!" 1/4 The AI Man Cometh. Comedy from somewhere in Ulster near the border in Ireland. 22:30 Ashley Blaker: 6.5 Children—Series 1, 3. The Special Ones 3/4 Series about Ashley's unusual home life - including raising children with special needs.	22:00 The Secret World—Series 1, Episode 6 6/6 From William Hague to Simon Cowell, Jon Culshaw explores the bizarre lives of famous folk. 22:30 Tim Key's Poetry Programme—Series 5, Accountancy 1/4 Tim Key plans to recite poetry in the Norwegian fjords, but he's stuck in a cable car. 22:55 The Comedy Club Interviews—Kemah Bob 1/3 Alison Spittle chats with the award-winning Kemah Bob.	22:00 Revolting People—Series 2, Even More Trying Times 2/6 Samuel's emporium faces some keen competition! 22:30 Alexei Sayle's Strangers on a Train—Series 1, London to Glasgow 2/6 Alexei Sayle chats to passengers on a train from London to Glasgow.
23:00	23:00 Dead Ringers—Series 27, Much Ado About North-ing 4/6 Dead Ringers is in the North, at the Crossed Wires Podcast Festival in Sheffield. 23:30 The Museum of Everything—Series 3, The Thing 3/6 Learn about medieval cooking, and view the most precious exhibit.	23:00 All the World's a Globe—1. The Creation 1/8 The chaotic and noisy story of life on Earth from the National Theatre of Brent . 23:15 Foley and McColl: The Interview—Rockall 1/6 The duo tell all to Michael Parkinson. But will anyone believe them? 23:30 Edge Falls—Series 1, Family Fun Day 2/5 Booking 'Animal Man' Dickie Doubleday proves to be a barking idea. Stars Sarah Lancashire.	23:00 Mark Thomas: The Manifesto—Series 3, Episode 4 4/4 Extend civilian partnerships to straight couples, and ban traffic during the rush hour. 23:30 Clayton Grange—Series 1, Episode 4 4/4 Can the stupid scientists make life more never-ending?	23:00 Paul Sinha's General Knowledge—Series 3, Episode 3 3/4 Paul Sinha tests his audience on their knowledge of new towns. 23:30 Small Scenes—Series 4, Episode 1 1/4 More sketches with overblown, melodramatic scenes from modern life.	23:00 Vent—Series 3, Ladies and Gentlemen 1/6 As Ben leaves hospital to start a new life, he meets Buzz Aldrin. 23:30 The Show What You Wrote—Series 2, Science and Nature 4/4 The sketch show written entirely by the public.	23:00 Tom Wrigglesworth's Hang-Ups—Series 3, Broadband on the Run 1/6 Tom and his dad fret about some potentially uncomfortable brushes with the law. 23:30 Radio Active—Series 6, A Thodding By-Election Special 1/8 Radio Active Chairman Norman Tonsil stands as an independent candidate.	23:00 Ed Reardon's Week—Series 13, The Bed Blocker 6/6 Laid up in hospital, Ed is no hurry to leave… 23:30 Electric Ink—Series 1, Episode 2 2/6 Circulation is going through the roof as the old hacks struggle with new media.

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